Satsuma reports on Sanitary Sewer Overflow 05.10.26

May 10, 2026

Satsuma reports on Sanitary Sewer Overflow

MOBILE, Ala. — The Satsuma Water & Sewer Board responded to a Sanitary Sewer Overflow (SSO) on May 8. The incident was caused by excessive rainfall from thunderstorms in the area that overwhelmed their current sewer system causing the overflow from a manhole at 200 Baker Road.

The SSO, which has been estimated to be 6,000 gallons, was initially reported by a citizen by way of the water board’s hotline. Upon notification, the on-call technician responded to the site. The affected area has since been disinfected, and appropriate signage has been installed to inform the public of the overflow.

The overflow went into a storm drain that empties into Steele Creek.

A SSO happens when untreated or partially treated sewage leaves the sanitary sewer system before reaching a wastewater treatment plant, such as from a manhole, broken pipe, pump station, or building cleanout. Sewage can contain bacteria, viruses, and parasites that cause diarrhea, vomiting, skin infections, and other illnesses.

Dr. Kevin Michaels, Health Officer for Mobile County, reminds residents to avoid contact with affected water, soil, and any obvious sewage, keep children and pets away from ditches, creeks, flooded areas, and standing water that may be contaminated, and not to swim, wade, or fish in posted areas or in water that looks or smells contaminated.

Most importantly if you have contact with possibly contaminated water or soil, wash skin and clothing thoroughly with soap and clean water as soon as possible.